Easter Sunday Service Canberra 2025

Hey, At the heart of our faith is the risen Lord. Resurrection Sunday is a specific focus on this Sunday. So, if you are part of community regularly or only occassionally we look forward to celebrating Jesus and his resurrection together! Easter Sunday Canberra WHEN? Sunday 20th of April at 10:27am WHERE? Divergent Church Canberra City (Upper Room venue) 2 Akuna St, Canberra City. Directions REMEMBER RESURRECTION SUNDAY CELEBRATES LIFE! Five Reasons to Be Excited About Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday is more than just chocolate eggs and family gatherings—it’s a day that changes everything. Here are five reasons to be excited about this incredible celebration.

1. The Resurrection Changes Everything

Jesus’ resurrection is the foundation of our faith: "And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins." (1 Corinthians 15:17, NIV) Without it, our faith would be meaningless. Easter reminds us that death doesn’t have the final word—Jesus conquered it!

2. New Life is Possible

Easter isn’t just about Jesus’ resurrection—it’s about ours too. Through Him, we have new life:"We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life." (Romans 6:4, NIV)No matter our past, Easter is proof that God offers fresh starts and second chances.

3. Victory Over Sin and Death

Jesus' triumph over the grave means sin and death no longer have power over us:"And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you." (Romans 8:11, NIV)Easter is a celebration of freedom! We don’t have to be stuck in guilt or fear—Jesus has won the victory for us.

4. Hope for the Future

Because Jesus rose, we have the hope of eternal life:"Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.'" (John 11:25, NIV)Easter reminds us that this life isn’t all there is. No matter what we face, we can trust in God's promise of something greater ahead.

5. A Reason to Share the Good News

The disciples couldn’t keep quiet about what they had seen, and neither should we! Jesus commands us to share this incredible news:"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." (Matthew 28:19-20, NIV)

So, this Easter Sunday, let’s celebrate with joy, gratitude, and a renewed sense of purpose—because the resurrection of Jesus changes everything!